1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
:
Product name
DL-BENZOIN BENZOATE
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
According to Regulation (EC) No1272/2008
Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4)
Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 1)
Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 1)
According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended.
Harmful if swallowed. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
Label elements
Pictogram
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statement(s)
H302
H410
Harmful if swallowed.
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statement(s)
P273
P501
Avoid release to the environment.
Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Hazard symbol(s)
Xn
N
Harmful
Dangerous for the environment
R-phrase(s)
R22
R50/53
Harmful if swallowed.
Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in
the aquatic environment.
S-phrase(s)
S60
S61
This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/ Safety data
sheets.
Other hazards - none
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Formula
Molecular Weight
CAS-No.
:
:
C21H16O3
316,36 g/mol
EC-No.
DL-BENZOIN BENZOATE
1459-20-7
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Classification
Concentration
Acute Tox. 4; Aquatic Acute
1; Aquatic Chronic 1; H302,
H410
Xn, N, R22 - R50/53
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For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure
adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust.
Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the
environment must be avoided.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed
containers for disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. Normal measures for preventive fire
protection.
Conditions for safe storage
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection
For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator.For higher level
protection use type OV/AG/P99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartridges. Use respirators
and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or
CEN (EU).
Hand protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without
touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves
after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the
standard EN 374 derived from it.
Eye protection
Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and
approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin and body protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according
to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Hygiene measures
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at
the end of workday.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Form
solid
Safety data
pH
no data available
Melting point
no data available
Boiling point
no data available
Flash point
no data available
Ignition temperature
no data available
Lower explosion limit
no data available
Upper explosion limit
no data available
Water solubility
no data available
Partition coefficient:
n-octanol/water
log Pow: 4,332
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Conditions to avoid
no data available
Materials to avoid
Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Carbon oxides
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity
no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
no data available
Aspiration hazard
no data available
Potential health effects
Inhalation
Ingestion
Skin
Eyes
May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Harmful if swallowed.
May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.
May cause eye irritation.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly
investigated.
Additional Information
RTECS: Not available
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity
no data available
Persistence and degradability
no data available
Bioaccumulative potential
no data available
Mobility in soil
no data available
PBT and vPvB assessment
no data available
Other adverse effects
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
no data available
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional
waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent
and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADR/RID
UN-Number: 3077 Class: 9
Packing group: III
Proper shipping name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (DL-BENZOIN
BENZOATE)
IMDG
UN-Number: 3077 Class: 9
Packing group: III
EMS-No: F-A, S-F
Proper shipping name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (DL-BENZOIN
BENZOATE)
Marine pollutant: Marine pollutant
IATA
UN-Number: 3077 Class: 9
Packing group: III
Proper shipping name: Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (DL-BENZOIN BENZOATE)
Further information
EHS-Mark required (ADR 2.2.9.1.10, IMDG code 2.10.3) for single packagings and combination packagings
containing inner packagings with Dangerous Goods > 5L for liquids or > 5kg for solids.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Text of H-code(s) and R-phrase(s) mentioned in Section 3
Acute Tox.
Aquatic Acute
Aquatic Chronic
H302
H410
N
Xn
R22
R50/53
Acute toxicity
Acute aquatic toxicity
Chronic aquatic toxicity
Harmful if swallowed.
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Dangerous for the environment
Harmful
Harmful if swallowed.
Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
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The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be
used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not
represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. Lookchem shall not be held liable for any
damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.